Behind the scenes at The French Laundry | Secret Table
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Published 2019-08-19
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Actually Sally Schmidt opened the French Laundry many years before Thomas Keller. Thomas Keller bought the restaurant from her and then built upon what she started. Give the woman her due credit. That said, he quite clearly elevated the place to a much higher level of sophistication and deserves all the accolades he has received over the years.
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Thomas Keller did not “open the French laundry “ 25 years ago. He BOUGHT it from a couple who already had the restaurant. It was opened in the 70’s.
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He bought the French laundry which already existed for decades successfully, he built on that formula
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Fantastic that’s all I can say.. Most people want to meet actors and athletes I hope one day I can meet Thomas Keller👍🏻
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I had the pleasure to work for Bouchon in Las Vegas, Thomas Keller is so humble, just no words really!
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I miss these videos, its always fun to come back and watch them even years later
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Sally Schmidt, not Thomas Keller. She's the one who opened the French Laundry, which was later bought by TK.
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Cleanest kitchen and happiest looking staff! The tiny portions help you live in the moment and appreciate every nuance in taste and texture, as well as presentation.
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There is so many life lessons embedded in this video.
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Love his ferocious gentle nature and willingness to share & teach.
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This is amazing, awe inspiring, moving. Thomas Keller is my favorite chef, and I have never eaten at his restaurants. I have made recipes from his books though.
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Worth every penny and effort to dine at French Laundry. The time I was there, they were re-creating favorites from the 60's. Peanut Butter & Jelly, Tuna, and Ice Cream evolved into exquisite bites of delicious nostalgic appetizers. Service is excellent, of course. Truly, once in a lifetime experience. Very personal, very satisfying, all the way around. 💜
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Having a dream is hard. Living it is harder.
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Exactly. How I started my day....for 25 years. And the meat was often from the field or stream. What ever was the " catch " of the day. Respect to Keller to bring this concept to fine dining. Not every desert needs to be served under a spun sugar cage..
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that kitchen is amazing. the the lighting special seemed surreal when they let you visit.
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Beautiful tribute. I didn't know that TK came from humble beginnings - it makes me admire him even more.
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So not only do I have to thank Chef Jonathan Waxman for the best chicken lunch I've ever had (Barbuto), now I learn we all owe him a debt of gratitude for turning Chef Keller on to this magical plot of Yountville land.
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Keller: It's important to me that it's a truly American experience. Investor: What are you going to call it? Keller: The French Laundry.
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Eating here was one of the coolest experiences of my life. You would think going to a restaurant is just going to a restaurant. Not here. The experience is out of this world. Be prepared to drop close to 1000$ for dinner for 2 with no wine
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watching the way this man takes care with everything he does and backs it up with superior knowledge, watch his masterclasses to understand his genius…..very impressed
